This week, Vanessa and special guest Micaela Blei explore the theme of Purpose in Chapter 20 of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows! They discuss Xenophilius’s predicament, the search for Hallows, and Ron’s new sense of purpose! Throughout the episode we consider the question: what is underneath our conflicting senses of purpose?

Thank you to Millie for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 21, Malfoy Manor, through the theme of Resistance.

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This week, Casper and Vanessa explore the theme of Peace in Chapter 19 of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows! They discuss Ron’s return, the destruction of the trio’s first horcrux, and Hermione’s anger! Throughout the episode we consider the question: how do we set the stage for peace?

Thank you to Cath for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 20, Xenophilius Lovegood, through the theme of Purpose with special guest Micaela Blei.

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This week, Casper and Vanessa explore the theme of Redemption in Chapter 18 of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows! They discuss Hermione’s tea offering, Harry’s broken wand, and young Dumbledore’s politics! Throughout the episode we consider the question: what are our less visible acts of redemption?

Thank you to Koto for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 19, The Silver Doe, through the theme of Peace.

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This week, Matt and Vanessa explore the theme of Friendship in Chapter 17 of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows! They discuss Bathilda’s master plan, Harry’s resentment, and the notes at Godric’s Hollow! Throughout the episode we consider the question: what are all the different kinds of friendship?

Thank you to Lizzie for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 18, The Life and Lies of Albus Dumbledore through the theme of Redemption.

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This week, Casper and Vanessa explore the theme of Beginnings in Chapter 16 of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows! They discuss Harry and Hermione’s new partnership, the return to Godric’s Hollow, and the concept of a “kissing gate”! Throughout the episode we consider the question: when can we begin again?

Thank you to Nathan for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 17, Bathilda’s Secret, through the theme of Friendship.

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This week, Casper and Vanessa explore the theme of Reconciliation in Chapter 15 of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows! They discuss Ron’s departure, Hermione’s concessions, and magically fishing for salmon! Throughout the episode we consider the question: what does it mean to reconcile with reality?

Thank you to Mander for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 16, Godric’s Hollow, through the theme of Beginnings.

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As we wrap up our final season of HPST, we're taking a look back at some of our favorite moments! This week we're revisiting our 2017 episode where special guest, Professor Stephanie Paulsell, introduces a new spiritual practice to Vanessa and Casper — Florilegia. 

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This week, Casper and Vanessa explore the theme of Authenticity in Chapter 14 of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows! They discuss Voldemort’s name, Hermione’s truth telling, and Ron’s splinching! Throughout the episode we consider the question: when should we prioritize authenticity?

Thank you to Norah for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 15, The Goblin’s Revenge, through the theme of Reconciliation.

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This week, Casper and Vanessa explore the theme of Ritual in Chapter 13 of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows! They discuss Umbridge’s list, the trio’s new identities, and the rituals of court! Throughout the episode we consider the question: what is the difference between habit and ritual?

Thank you to Ingrid for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 14, The Thief, through the theme of Authenticity.

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This week, Casper and Vanessa explore the theme of Trust in Chapter 12 of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows! They discuss Hermione’s planning, Harry’s gut, and Kreacher’s new attitude! Throughout the episode we consider the question: how can trust help us better navigate life’s uncertainties?

Thank you to Connie for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 13, The Muggle-Born Registration Commission, through the theme of Ritual.

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